Cameron Sets out Package of Support for Lebanon

British Prime Minister David Cameron expressed on Monday his support to PM Najib Miqati, revealing that in addition to other things London will double the training programs to the Lebanese armed forces.

British Ambassador to Lebanon Tom Fletcher held a meeting with Miqati at the Grand Serail and handed him a letter from Cameron.

The letter, according to a press release issued by the British embassy, is to open a new phase with the Lebanese government as London is keen to back stability, growth and reform in the country.

Cameron stressed in his letter that Britain will continue its “substantial support to Lebanon,” as Miqati was keen during his visit to London to indicate that his government would continue to honor its international obligations.

The British PM set out a “package to provide substantial support to Lebanon’s future as a sovereign, independent and dynamic partner,” the embassy said.

London will “double the training programs to the Lebanese armed forces,” according to the statement.

Cameron also expressed his support to the Code of Conduct established by the Internal Security Forces and suggested providing expertise in order to support the Lebanese economic growth, and increase the bilateral trade by 20 percent.

The package also includes, supporting Lebanon’s health and education sectors and sports fields.

Miqati travelled to London in November on his first visit to Britain since he formed his cabinet in June.